Technical
Understanding Proportional and Non-Proportional Fonts
The world of fonts is one of the most important, but least understood, elements of web design, but it is important for any web site owner or business person to…
The UrbanFonts Blog
Font guides, copy-and-paste text styles, brand typography and how-tos.
History
The History of the Font
Any person who works with computers or the internet will have to understand the concept of fonts. Understanding which fonts to use, and choosing the right fonts, is an important…
Best Fonts
The Best Fonts for Winning Website Design
When it comes to designing a winning and profitable web site, the fonts you choose can make more of a difference than you may realize. Choosing the right fonts can…
Famous Fonts
Six Typefaces Designed by Matthew Carter
Three of the most popular typefaces used today are Verdana, Georgia, and Tahoma. Each of them were designed by Matthew Carter, and in spite of being relatively new, they all…
Font Management
Managing Fonts in MS Word
Consistency in using fonts is one of the keys to good design whether you’re designing a webpage, a document or any sort of publication. (more…)
Design
Handy Font Tips
When it comes to producing user friendly and readable applications, the fonts you use can make an enormous difference. Listed below are some of our favorite tips for getting the…
Font types
Funky Fonts: Just Because You Can, Should You?
Most word processors, web page editors and templates come loaded with fonts. In addition, fonts can be downloaded all over the net for little to no cost. It’s tempting to…
Design
Fonts like clothing for your words
In the same way that you can make yourself stand out with the clothes you wear, you can customize your documents and maximize their effectiveness simply by “dressing them up”…
Design
Fonts for Web Sites: How Many, What Type and How Big?
Even though constant evolution and growth is inherent in Web design, there are still a few basic things that many sites require. Text is necessary, at least in part, for…
Design
Fonts and Your Business
When it comes to running a business, whether on the internet or in the brick and mortar world, there are many things to consider. One of the most important of…